Coachmen Encounter Problems by Year
NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 5 safety recalls on file for the Coachmen Encounter, across 7 model years (2010–2016). The 2014 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is electronic stability control (esc).
Coachmen Encounter years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Encounter model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2014 Encounter: 1 complaint, 3 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Coachmen Encounter problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Coachmen Encounter model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Encounter | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2015 Encounter | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2014 Encounter | 1 | 3 | — | Electronic Stability Control (esc) | |
| 2013 Encounter | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2012 Encounter | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2011 Encounter | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2010 Encounter | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Coachmen Encounter years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2014 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Coachmen Encounter?
Electronic Stability Control (esc), with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Coachmen Encounter have?
5 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.